This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/cubs/onsi as Inside the Cubs' Genius 'Checkmate' Move With Shota Imanaga’s Contract. The Chicago Cubs faced a unique decision when it came to 32-year-old pitcher Shota Imanaga's contract this MLB offseason.

In a surprising move, Shota Imanaga is a free agent after the Chicago Cubs declined an option to extend the former All-Star pitcher’s contract through 2028.

Imanaga burst onto the scene in a big way, going 15-3 with a 2.91 ERA and 174 strikeouts in 29 starts during the 2024 campaign.

According to Rogers, Tucker making a return to his hometown by signing a major deal with the Tampa Bay Rays "isn't likely."

Oddsmakers at BetOnline.ag have installed the Dodgers as the favorites to sign Toronto shortstop Bo Bichette, while also listing them among the leading contenders to land Houston outfielder Kyle Tuck...

The Baltimore Orioles have re-acquired relief pitcher Andrew Kittredge in a trade with the Chicago Cubs, the team announced Tuesday.

The New York Mets are getting a better idea of what needs to be addressed in free agency.

Gerber, 28, appeared in two games for Tampa Bay last season.